Passport LX 2WD V6-3.2L SOHC (6VD1) (1997)
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Connecting Rod: Specifications
Service Specifications
Connecting Rod Alignment
Check the connecting rod alignment. If either the bend or the twist exceeds the specified limit, the connecting rod must be replaced.
Bend per 100 mm (3.937 inch)
Limit ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 0.15 (0.0059)
Twist per 100 mm (3.937 inch)
Limit ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 0.20 (0.0078)
Connecting Rod Thrust Clearance
Measure the connecting rod thrust clearance. Use a feeler gauge to measure the thrust clearance at the large end of the connecting rod. If the clearance
exceeds the specified limit, the connecting rod must be replaced.
Standard ................................................................................................................................................. 0.16 mm - 0.35 mm (0.0063 inch - 0.0138 inch)
Limit .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 0.40 mm (0.0157 inch)